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databricks Platform · Updated Mar 30, 2026

New SQL editor default enablement and legacy SQL editor retirement

The new SQL editor has been generally available since October 2025.

GA Open docs ↗release note ↗
What it does

The new SQL editor has been generally available since October 2025. As part of the transition to the new editor, the following changes are planned: Starting in late May 2026: The new SQL editor will be enabled by default for all workspaces. The ability to turn off the feature at the workspace level will no longer be available.

Why it matters

Reduces operational overhead and unlocks new capabilities for data teams on Databricks.

Key capabilities
The Apply to all of
The Apply to all of my queries checkbox is selected by default. Keep this setting to enable the editor for all queries that you…
To enable the new editor
To enable the new editor for the active query only, clear the Apply to all of my queries checkbox. Set the New SQL editor toggle…
Write queries
Write queries
Connect to compute, browse data
Connect to compute, browse data assets, and author queries.
Architecture
Databricks Platform → Platform
In short

The new SQL editor has been generally available since October 2025. As part of the transition to the new editor, the following changes are planned: Starting in late May 2026: The new SQL editor will be enabled by default for all workspaces.

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Key takeaway
The new SQL editor has been generally available since October 2025.
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